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Avian Flu Has Hit Dairies So Hard That They're Calling It Covid for Cows'

California's dairy industry faces a severe avian flu outbreak affecting herds and farmworkers, prompting a state of emergency.

A 3rd human case of bird flu detected, this one with respiratory symptoms

Direct exposure to infected livestock poses a risk to humans in the U.S. avian flu outbreak.

Bird Flu Has Hit California Dairies So Hard That They're Calling It Covid for Cows'

The avian flu outbreak is significantly impacting California's dairy industry, prompting emergency measures and posing risks to farmworkers.

Rolling the Dice on Bird Flu

The H5N1 avian flu outbreak poses serious public health risks, leading to state emergencies and widespread concern as it spreads across species.

What's next for avian flu? Genetic tests of California farmworkers could reveal viral evolution

Federal scientists are studying H5N1 in California dairy workers for dangerous mutations that could enhance its transmission to humans.

The chicken and egg problem of fighting another flu pandemic

Using fertilized hen eggs for flu vaccine production remains a concern during potential pandemics.

Avian Flu Has Hit Dairies So Hard That They're Calling It Covid for Cows'

California's dairy industry faces a severe avian flu outbreak affecting herds and farmworkers, prompting a state of emergency.

A 3rd human case of bird flu detected, this one with respiratory symptoms

Direct exposure to infected livestock poses a risk to humans in the U.S. avian flu outbreak.

Bird Flu Has Hit California Dairies So Hard That They're Calling It Covid for Cows'

The avian flu outbreak is significantly impacting California's dairy industry, prompting emergency measures and posing risks to farmworkers.

Rolling the Dice on Bird Flu

The H5N1 avian flu outbreak poses serious public health risks, leading to state emergencies and widespread concern as it spreads across species.

What's next for avian flu? Genetic tests of California farmworkers could reveal viral evolution

Federal scientists are studying H5N1 in California dairy workers for dangerous mutations that could enhance its transmission to humans.

The chicken and egg problem of fighting another flu pandemic

Using fertilized hen eggs for flu vaccine production remains a concern during potential pandemics.
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2 snowy owls found dead in Toronto park were infected with avian flu: conservation authority | CBC News

Two snowy owls in Tommy Thompson Park died from a highly pathogenic avian flu, posing risks to wildlife and public health.
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Forgotten epidemic: with over 280 million birds dead how is the avian flu outbreak evolving?

The H5N1 avian flu outbreak has caused immense biodiversity loss, affecting millions of birds and mammals globally. Immediate monitoring is crucial.

Has the next pandemic already started?

The world needs to urgently prepare for a potential avian flu pandemic.

California agriculture faces significant losses as avian flu outbreak spreads. 'It's a mess'

The avian flu outbreak is severely impacting California's agriculture, with over 25% of dairies under quarantine and millions of birds culled.

Avian flu said to hit over 40 cattle at Minnesota farm: only a matter of time'

Confirmation of avian flu in Minnesota cattle herd; quarantine and disposal measures enacted to contain spread.

Bird flu: Bellevue Hospital enhances prep with $2 million in federal funding to guard against outbreaks | amNewYork

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue receives $2 million to combat avian flu amid outbreak and prepares healthcare workers for special pathogen response.

Canada expanding surveillance, testing milk for H5N1 avian flu amid U.S. dairy cattle outbreak | CBC News

Canada is expanding surveillance for H5N1 in dairy cattle and will test milk from store shelves for viral fragments, reassuring public safety through pasteurization effectiveness.

Forgotten epidemic: with over 280 million birds dead how is the avian flu outbreak evolving?

The H5N1 avian flu outbreak has caused immense biodiversity loss, affecting millions of birds and mammals globally. Immediate monitoring is crucial.

Has the next pandemic already started?

The world needs to urgently prepare for a potential avian flu pandemic.

California agriculture faces significant losses as avian flu outbreak spreads. 'It's a mess'

The avian flu outbreak is severely impacting California's agriculture, with over 25% of dairies under quarantine and millions of birds culled.

Avian flu said to hit over 40 cattle at Minnesota farm: only a matter of time'

Confirmation of avian flu in Minnesota cattle herd; quarantine and disposal measures enacted to contain spread.

Bird flu: Bellevue Hospital enhances prep with $2 million in federal funding to guard against outbreaks | amNewYork

NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue receives $2 million to combat avian flu amid outbreak and prepares healthcare workers for special pathogen response.

Canada expanding surveillance, testing milk for H5N1 avian flu amid U.S. dairy cattle outbreak | CBC News

Canada is expanding surveillance for H5N1 in dairy cattle and will test milk from store shelves for viral fragments, reassuring public safety through pasteurization effectiveness.
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Egg Prices Going Through the Roof Because of Bird Flu, Hit $9 a Dozen at Some SF Stores

Avian flu outbreak has drastically increased egg prices in California, reaching $9 a dozen.
High demand during the holiday season is exacerbating the egg shortage.

Watch Out For 70% Egg Price Inflation As Price Surges Could Bite

Egg prices increased sharply due to avian flu, highlighting the potential for wider inflation linked to both agricultural shortages and international tariffs.

Egg Prices Going Through the Roof Because of Bird Flu, Hit $9 a Dozen at Some SF Stores

Avian flu outbreak has drastically increased egg prices in California, reaching $9 a dozen.
High demand during the holiday season is exacerbating the egg shortage.

Watch Out For 70% Egg Price Inflation As Price Surges Could Bite

Egg prices increased sharply due to avian flu, highlighting the potential for wider inflation linked to both agricultural shortages and international tariffs.
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Egg shortage due to avian flu expected to ease by 2025, says USDA

Avian flu crisis significantly impacts egg supply in Bay Area, with shortages expected until at least mid-2025.

How Long Will The Egg Shortage At Whole Foods Last? - Tasting Table

The U.S. egg industry is experiencing a significant shortage primarily due to bird flu, affecting supply and prices.
Whole Foods is limiting egg purchases to manage dwindling stock amid rising demand.

Egg shortage due to avian flu expected to ease by 2025, says USDA

Avian flu crisis significantly impacts egg supply in Bay Area, with shortages expected until at least mid-2025.

How Long Will The Egg Shortage At Whole Foods Last? - Tasting Table

The U.S. egg industry is experiencing a significant shortage primarily due to bird flu, affecting supply and prices.
Whole Foods is limiting egg purchases to manage dwindling stock amid rising demand.
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Day Around the Bay: Vallejo Wants CHP's Help Too

Vallejo residents are petitioning for CHP intervention to address crime issues, mirroring strategies used in Oakland.

Bird flu is a real pandemic threat. Are we prepared for the worst? | Devi Sridhar

Avian flu poses increasing global health risks with new mammal-to-human transmission cases.
Governments may need to activate pandemic plans due to the potential for H5N1 to mutate.,

Should Pleasanton birdwatchers take down their feeders to avoid avian flu?

Feeding birds can pose a risk of avian flu transmission to humans, primarily through droppings.

Goya on the label

Thanksgiving 2023 reflects on past hardships and current challenges like egg prices and pandemic memories.

Spate of bird deaths in canal under investigation

Investigation underway into bird deaths in West London, with conflicting views on the cause: pollution or avian flu.

Avian flu, heat caused 'sudden rise' in Central California dairy cow deaths. What's next?

California's dairy industry faces significant challenges due to a combined attack from avian flu and extreme heat, resulting in higher cow mortality.

A Third Person in the U.S. Has Bird Flu. This Time, It's Different

A third dairy worker in the U.S. tested positive for bird flu, with respiratory symptoms, different from the previous cases with eye discharge.
CDC monitoring avian flu spread from cows to humans, highlighting the importance of protective measures for workers in contact with animals.

Sen. Gillibrand, health experts urge White House to share info on Avian flu

Senator Gillibrand urges White House for coordination on Avian Flu outbreak.

The Bird-Flu Host We Should Worry About

Pigs hosting flu viruses can pose a significant risk for human transmission.

Bird flu strain found in US cows flown to UK lab for testing

Avian flu variant H5N1 in US sent to UK lab for study on cattle infections.
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How dairy production is changing in response to avian flu

New measures aim to stop avian flu spread among dairy cows, including testing herds before interstate travel.

How Bird Flu Is Shaping People's Lives

The current avian flu outbreak in North America is the largest and most deadly for nonhuman animals, raising concerns about the risk of human infection and food safety.

How dairy production is changing in response to avian flu

New measures aim to stop avian flu spread among dairy cows, including testing herds before interstate travel.

How Bird Flu Is Shaping People's Lives

The current avian flu outbreak in North America is the largest and most deadly for nonhuman animals, raising concerns about the risk of human infection and food safety.
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Bird flu's disturbing new turn into cattle are California herds safe?

Health officials are monitoring avian flu jumping to cattle, emphasizing low public health risk but highlighting concerns of virus spread and mutation potential.

Largest U.S. egg producer detects bird flu at Texas plant

Cal-Maine Foods halted Texas plant due to bird flu in chickens.
Avian flu cases rising among U.S. farm animals in recent weeks.
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Live poultry markets may be source of bird flu virus in San Francisco wastewater

Live bird markets in San Francisco suspected as potential source of bird flu virus in area wastewater samples.

Second reported case of bird flu in a person in the US confirmed

A person who had direct contact with dairy cattle tested positive for avian flu in Texas, the first case linked to dairy cattle in the US.
The risk for the general public remains low, and health authorities are monitoring the situation with continued surveillance and preparedness efforts.

Live poultry markets may be source of bird flu virus in San Francisco wastewater

Live bird markets in San Francisco suspected as potential source of bird flu virus in area wastewater samples.

Second reported case of bird flu in a person in the US confirmed

A person who had direct contact with dairy cattle tested positive for avian flu in Texas, the first case linked to dairy cattle in the US.
The risk for the general public remains low, and health authorities are monitoring the situation with continued surveillance and preparedness efforts.
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La gripe aviar esta infectando a los gatos. Y a unos cuantos perros

A recent outbreak of avian flu in dairy cows has spread to cats, infecting at least 21 across nine states, signaling a new concern for the virus.
from www.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Will California remember the lessons of the COVID health emergency?

California is storing a significant amount of medical supplies in secret warehouses to be better prepared for future health crises.
from Inc.com
7 months ago

Companies Handle Surging Covid Rates as Health Officials Worry More About Bird Flu

Businesses implementing pandemic lessons to handle rising infections; Health officials concerned about spiking cases of avian flu.

Thailand beat avian flu 20 years ago. What can we learn from their strategies?

The avian flu outbreak in the US poses a serious threat with potential cross-species transmission and the past experience in Thailand shows the severity of such outbreaks.

Human bird flu infection confirmed in India amid concern over avian flu outbreaks in U.S. farm animals

India reports second-ever human avian flu case, H9N2 virus infects a 4-year-old child in West Bengal.
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